Stephanie Lockett
Psychotherapy and Counselling
MSC (PCP), BSC (OT), Cert Ed
Hello. Thank you for visiting my site.
If you are considering therapy for a particular issue then I believe I will be able to help you. You've already taken the first step, it takes courage to seek help.
I can offer a safe space to explore any issues which may be troubling you and support you to find the best way forward for You.
People seek therapy for many different reasons; it may be to work on a historical issue such as childhood trauma and abuse, in response to a current stressor such as work or relationship problems, or it may be simply to explore your own experience of yourself and your world and the relationships within it, in order to gain deeper self awareness and self understanding.
If you wish to have an informal chat about how I may be able to help you I am here for You. Please contact me by one of the methods on the Contact page to set up a free initial consultation and we'll take it from there.
Steph
A little about counselling
A counselling session should be a relaxing and comfortable experience in a calming environment. You are free to talk about any issues that are concerning you and everything will be held in total confidence with absolutely no judgement. The therapist is there to help and support you.
The particular form of therapy I practice is called 'Person Centred' which I believe is the most relevant and effective style because as the name suggests it focuses completely on the individual.
Face to face sessions are the traditional form of therapy but I am also now able to offer telephone sessions or sessions over Zoom with weekend and evening appointments available at no extra cost.
About me
I am a Person Centred Experiential Psychotherapist who trained with the Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute.
In addition to this I am also a registered Occupational Therapist and have completed a further education teaching qualification
I have 30 years experience working in the NHS, Education and Voluntary sectors - these roles have brought me into close contact with many individuals of all ages and from all walks of life.
It has been my privilege to work closely with people facing deep challenges with regard to their physical, mental and emotional health, or with their physical or social environment. I consider it an honour to be placed in this position of trust, and I am inspired every day by the people I work with.
In my own life I have been on my own journey and faced my own challenges - both personally as an individual and from the perspective of being the close relative or friend of the person dealing with these issues. I believe this has allowed me to truly empathise with those who are in a dark place, and through doing this work for myself on such a personal level, I have fostered my belief in the real possibility of post traumatic growth.
As a person centred therapist, my focus will always centre on you as a person, and on what you need from your therapy sessions. I place a great deal of importance on the therapeutic relationship, and I want you to feel safe, and comfortable to express what you need and how you feel. I value feedback and will always do all I can to respond to your individual needs.
I like to offer creative approaches to self expression and self exploration, and I have materials available to incorporate art, craftwork, creative writing and journalling into your therapeutic journey if this is something you would like to include.
Issues I could help with
This list is not exhaustive, if you have a need not mentioned
here I may well still be able to help you.
Pricing
A session lasts for a full hour. I'm happy to do evening or weekend sessions at no extra cost and there is the possibility of block booking to reduce the cost.
I operate a sliding scale charging system as follows:
Full Hour Session - £50 (with the option of reduced cost for block booking)
Trainee Therapist (eg SPTI) £40 per session
I have limited availability for reduced cost sessions for those on a low income , this can be discussed on an individual basis.
Cancellation: If cancelling a session, please give at least 24 hours notice. Unfortunately sessions cancelled without prior notice will need to be charged.
An initial consultation and informal chat is free, so please get in touch.
How to find me
My therapy room is located at Kingsway Lodge Business Centre in Kirkby-in-Ashfield, there is free parking at the lodge itself plus ample on street parking and it's on a main bus route.
We have wheelchair access and although my main therapy room is up a flight of steps there is the facilty to hold sessions on the ground floor.
Room 4, Kingsway Lodge, Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7FJ
Contact details
Stephanie Lockett Psychotherapy
Website : slpt.co.uk
Email : smd10@hotmail.co.uk
Telephone : 07522 396595
Postal Address : Room 4, Kingsway Lodge, Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7FJ
To book an initial consultation please email, telephone or fill in the form below.
Thank you
LINKS AND USEFUL NUMBERS
The Samaritans - 116 123
Mind - 0208 215 2243